Ukraine receives $1.1 billion from IMF to support war efforts

Ukraine has received a $1.1 billion tranche from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which will be directed toward critical budgetary expenditures, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced, as reported by The Kyiv Independent.

Protests erupt in Belgrade over deadly train station collapse

Tens of thousands of people protested on Sunday in downtown Belgrade against President Aleksandar Vučić and the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), holding them responsible for the roof collapse at a train station last month, which resulted in 15 deaths, according to Reuters.

Romanian parties agree on Crin Antonescu as presidential candidate

On Monday, December 23, the leaders of PSD, PNL, UDMR, and the minority groups agreed to field a joint candidate in the upcoming Romanian presidential elections.

December 30 – deadline for budget receipts and payments

December 30 is the last operational day for budget receipts and payments, the State Tax Service (SFS) informs.

Consumers urged to avoid food waste during the holidays

During the holidays, the amount of food thrown away increases, on average, by about 30%. In this context, the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) warns citizens to consume food in moderation, to avoid food waste.

Cold weather and rain expected this weekend in the Republic of Moldova

This weekend will bring cooler temperatures and light rain across much of the country. The State Hydrometeorological Service reports that rain is expected on Saturday, with predominantly cloudy skies.

Ukraine cuts off Russian gas transit

Russian gas transit through Ukraine will cease on January 1. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that this will occur at 7:00 AM local time, due to the expiration of the relevant agreement, according to Reuters.

Moldova opens new consulate in California

A Moldovan Consulate General will open in Sacramento, California. During a recent visit to the U.S., Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi received approval from U.S. State Department officials to establish this new diplomatic mission.

Moldova guarantees no power cuts, compensation for price hikes

In the Republic of Moldova, there will be no temporary electricity outages, and if energy prices rise, citizens will receive compensation.

Moldovan schools switch to centralized heating

Several buildings at the Academy of Economic Studies (ASEM) and the Technical University of Moldova (UTM) are transitioning to a centralized heating system.

Czech Republic contributes financially to the “Ajutor la contor” program in the Republic of Moldova

The Czech government will contribute 10 million Czech crowns to the government program “Ajutor la contor” in our country, which is about 400 thousand euros. The decision was handed over during the meeting between the Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Alexei Buzu, and the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Chisinau, Jaromír Plíšek.

Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in India was officially inaugurated

The Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in the Republic of India was officially inaugurated on Monday, December 16. On this occasion, the official plaque of the embassy was unveiled, marking a new chapter in the relations between the Republic of Moldova and the Republic of India.